ABOUT US

Our mission
To eliminate Alzheimer's disease through the advancement of research; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health.

Our vision
A world without Alzheimer's disease.

Areas we serve
The Alzheimer’s Association, Mississippi Chapter, provides vital services and support to individuals, caregivers and families. We serve 82 counties in Mississippi.

Contact us
24/7 Helpline: 1.800.272.3900
Mississippi Chapter
196 Charmant Drive
Suite 4
Ridgeland, MS 39157
601.987.0020 phone
601.853.0850 fax
ms-info@alz.org
8:30 – 4:30

Chapter newsletter
Our free newsletter is published quarterly and contains the latest information in Alzheimer care, research and advocacy plus chapter news. Sign up to receive our newsletter by contacting our office at (601) 987-0020 or by sending an email to ms-info@alz.org. Or you can view past issues below.

WE CAN HELP

Support groups

Come listen, share and learn from others who understand what you are going through. Groups meet at a various times and locations. They are free and confidential

Check to see if there is a group close to you that fits your needs.

• Support groups 

Education programs

Attend an education program and learn more about the basics of Alzheimer's, caregiving, working with your doctor, brain health and more. We offer several programs for families, individuals facing Alzheimer’s and the public. Most of these programs are free of charge.

• 2013 Education Calendar

Conferences

Confidence in Caregiving
Tools to Help, Cope, and Hope
Caregiver Conference
November 13, 2012

Conference Presentations:

• Dr. Kwentus - keynote 
• Legal & Financial Issues for Dementia Caregivers 
• Lisa Byrd Anxiety-Wandering Behavior 
• Gail Brown-caregiver 
• Nutrition And Stress 
• Caregiver stress 

Program Forms:

• Registration Form for Programs
• Speaker Request Form

Local resources and referrals

Need a referral to a local adult day care center, nursing home or eldercare lawyer? Our staff can help assess whether a specific care or service provider meets the needs of an individual with Alzheimer's.

For more information, please contact us:
By phone: 1.800.272.3900
By e-mail: ms-info@alz.org

• Resource Guide

JOIN THE CAUSE

Donate

Your gift will help fight Alzheimer's through vital research and essential support programs and services.

Donate online

Donate by phone:
601.987.0020

Alzheimers Association – MS Chapter
196 Charmant Drive, Ste 4
Ridgeland, MS 39157

• Donate by mail

Early Stage Community Programming

• Art Program Registration Form
  
  

Sante South Wine Festival
SAVE THE DATE: April 13, 2013
Highland Village
Jackson, MS
Purchase Tickets

Blondes vs. Brunettes
June 1, 2013
Sign up now!

Walk to End Alzheimer's

Volunteer

Every volunteer contributes to our ability to serve the community. We offer a variety of volunteer opportunities, depending upon your talents, interest and time.

• Volunteer